Graduate Assistant, Texas Interdisciplinary Plans (TIP)
About The Position
The College of Natural Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. This position will support the Texas Interdisciplinary Plans (TIP) programs through collaborative leadership development, program design, academic support, student engagement, and supervision. This role contributes directly to TIP’s mission of fostering wellness, belonging, and student success by assisting with program assessment, coordinating student-centered events, and supporting the Peer Mentor Program.
Requirements
- Full-time enrollment as a graduate student (minimum 9 credit hours)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Intermediate experience with data and data management
- Ability to take initiative in a fast-paced, student-facing environment
- Strong desire to work directly with students
- Experience teaching or leading workshops
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in a Master's Degree program with a minimum of 9 credit hours in educational administration, social work, educational psychology, or a related graduate program.
- Experience in higher education program development, student programming, or event planning.
- Experience organizing and facilitating training.
- Comfort working with diverse groups of students, staff, faculty, and administrators.
- Ability to facilitate difficult dialogues across differences
- Skill in identifying participant needs and tailoring programming accordingly
- Ability to multitask and work independently
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with staff and students to support ongoing program evaluation and continuous improvement.
- Plan, execute, and assess student-centered events for first- and second-year students.
- Assist with training, one-on-one meetings, recruitment, and data assessment for the Peer Mentor Program.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- UTSaver voluntary retirement programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
